Missouri offer letter for employers
An offer letter confirms the job, pay, start date and employment terms in writing. Here is what changes when the employee works in Missouri.
Missouri rules that affect this form
| Minimum wage | $15.00 per hour |
|---|---|
| Overtime | No daily overtime; 1.5x after 40 hours per week (after 52 hours for seasonal amusement or recreation businesses). |
| Paid sick leave | No statewide mandate. The voter-approved paid sick leave law (Prop A) was repealed effective Aug 28, 2025. Verify |
| Other rules to know | Paid sick leave: the voter-approved law (Prop A) was repealed effective Aug 28, 2025, so employers are no longer required to provide paid sick leave. Minimum wage frozen at $15.00 after 2026 - no inflation indexing under HB 567. |
What to include
- Job title, manager, start date and work location (or remote status)
- Pay rate and pay frequency, and whether the role is exempt or non-exempt from overtime
- At-will employment statement (where at-will applies) so the letter is not read as a contract
- Contingencies such as a background check or Form I-9 verification
- Benefits summary and when eligibility starts, including any paid sick leave the state requires
- A clear accept-by date and signature line
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Frequently asked questions
Is there an official Missouri offer letter form?
Missouri does not publish one required offer letter for private employers. Use a clear template and make sure it reflects the Missouri rules on this page.
What is the minimum wage in Missouri in 2026?
$15.00 per hour, effective January 1, 2026. $15.00/hour for 2026 (up from $13.75 in 2025). HB 567 (2025) eliminated the annual inflation adjustments that were to start in 2027, so no 2027 increase is scheduled. Retail/service businesses with annual gross sales under $500,000 are exempt from the state minimum wage.
Is paid sick leave required in Missouri?
No statewide mandate. The voter-approved paid sick leave law (Prop A) was repealed effective Aug 28, 2025.
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This page is general information for employers, not legal advice. Employment laws change and can vary by city and county. Confirm details with the state labor department or an employment attorney. Read our disclaimer.